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Exterior view of Watson Machine International viewed from the corner of Grand Street and Railroad Avenue.

Exterior view of Watson Machine International viewed from the corner o...

Forms part of a group of images taken on 09/14/94, documenting scenes at Watson Machine International, at the corner of Grand Street and Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey.

View down East Main Street, near the corner of East Main and Roberts Street; business at right is "Al. Anwar Cafeteeria".

View down East Main Street, near the corner of East Main and Roberts S...

Public domain photograph of car, historic place, automobile, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Dye house machine operator Martino Cardone.

Dye house machine operator Martino Cardone.

Forms part of a group of images taken in the dye house adjacent to the main Joseph Teshon, Inc. building on September 12, 1994.

Mary Tomlin at work on "tube winding" on first floor.

Mary Tomlin at work on "tube winding" on first floor.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 16, documenting scenes at the Joseph Teshon, Inc., jacquard-weaving mill, 196-200 21st Avenue, Paterson.

View of downtown Paterson from Garret Mountain.

View of downtown Paterson from Garret Mountain.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 15, documenting views of downtown Paterson as seen from Garret Mountain.

Two customers in conversation frame Ralph Venezia, who is making espresso.

Two customers in conversation frame Ralph Venezia, who is making espre...

Forms part of a group of images documenting Sanremo Italian Imports, owned and operated by Ralph Venezia, an Italian American from Montescaglioso in the Basilicata region of Italy.

Dye house machine operator Martino Cardone tending silk in dyeing tanks.

Dye house machine operator Martino Cardone tending silk in dyeing tank...

Forms part of a group of images taken in the dye house adjacent to the main Joseph Teshon, Inc. building on September 12, 1994.

Dominican American Contestants, onstage, wearing evening gowns.

Dominican American Contestants, onstage, wearing evening gowns.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual banquet and beauty pageant sponsored by "The Dominicans of New Jersey," held at "The Fiesta," Route 17, Woodridge, New Jersey.

Ed Ramsey, owner of Sweet Potato Pie Company, at his desk.

Ed Ramsey, owner of Sweet Potato Pie Company, at his desk.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the Sweet Potato Pie Company at 140 Auburn Street.

Joe Kachler drilling holes in a small strut.

Joe Kachler drilling holes in a small strut.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 6, 1994.

View of Great Falls; hydro-electric building in left foreground.

View of Great Falls; hydro-electric building in left foreground.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 15, documenting views of downtown Paterson as seen from Garret Mountain.

Louis McDowell gives Michael Young a haircut, the cut is called a "high-top fade".

Louis McDowell gives Michael Young a haircut, the cut is called a "hig...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at McDowell's Barber Shop, 400 River Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 13, 1994.

Barber Louis McDowell demonstrates stropping his razor.

Barber Louis McDowell demonstrates stropping his razor.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at McDowell's Barber Shop, 400 River Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 13, 1994.

Statue is carried up the steps to the front door of the church.

Statue is carried up the steps to the front door of the church.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

Exterior of Kalkstein Silk Mills showing company name.

Exterior of Kalkstein Silk Mills showing company name.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Kalkstein Silk Mills, Inc., 75 Wood Street, Paterson, New Jersey.

Man with handcart at door of shop.

Man with handcart at door of shop.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the area around the Railroad Avenue market in Paterson.

People stand on front steps of church as members of Knights of Columbus walk up the steps.

People stand on front steps of church as members of Knights of Columbu...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

Omar Abukharma installing motors on a pay-off machine.

Omar Abukharma installing motors on a pay-off machine.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 8, 1994.

Joseph Teshon, Inc. plant manager examines fabric sample in his office.

Joseph Teshon, Inc. plant manager examines fabric sample in his office...

Forms part of a group of images taken in the dye house adjacent to the main Joseph Teshon, Inc. building on September 12, 1994.

Workers at work at Garden State Cutting Company.

Workers at work at Garden State Cutting Company.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at Garden State Cutting Company, a garment-cutting shop at 66 Gray Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 12, 1994.

Workers at work at Garden State Cutting Company.

Workers at work at Garden State Cutting Company.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at Garden State Cutting Company, a garment-cutting shop at 66 Gray Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 12, 1994.

View of Lambert Castle, the former mansion of a textile baron.

View of Lambert Castle, the former mansion of a textile baron.

Forms part of a group of images depicting views from and of Lambert Castle, Paterson, New Jersey.

Workers at work, most are sitting behind sewing machines.

Workers at work, most are sitting behind sewing machines.

Forms part of a group of images taken on 09/14/94, documenting scenes VBF Trim Company, a garment-making shop located at 404 Grand Street, Paterson, New Jersey.

Warper Yefim Goldiner at work; there are 14,400 "ends" (threads) on this warp.

Warper Yefim Goldiner at work; there are 14,400 "ends" (threads) on th...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Kalkstein Silk Mills, Inc., 75 Wood Street, Paterson, New Jersey on the morning of August 15, 1994.

Michael Murphy showing gauges, micrometers and other standardized and temperature controlled measuring devices used as part of quality control at Watson machine.

Michael Murphy showing gauges, micrometers and other standardized and ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 5, 1994.

A view of the east wall of the shop, with memorabilia hung there.

A view of the east wall of the shop, with memorabilia hung there.

Forms part of a group of images documenting Joe Pizza's tailor shop, called "Ritz Tailor and Cleaner" on the awning and in the telephone directory. This frame looks out onto 21st Avenue over the sewing machine ... More

Woman with spools of thread in warping department.

Woman with spools of thread in warping department.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Kalkstein Silk Mills, Inc., 75 Wood Street, Paterson, New Jersey on the morning of August 15, 1994.

Band walks down Beech Street. Paterson New Jersey

Band walks down Beech Street. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

Drinking espresso and talking. Paterson New Jersey

Drinking espresso and talking. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting Sanremo Italian Imports, owned and operated by Ralph Venezia, an Italian American from Montescaglioso in the Basilicata region of Italy.

Fieldworker David Taylor interviews Anne Murphy about c. 1918 photo of workers and managers at Newberger's Towel Factory, Paterson.

Fieldworker David Taylor interviews Anne Murphy about c. 1918 photo of...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on September 11, documenting retired towel factory worker Anne Murphy and her daughter Claire at their home in Totowa, New Jersey.

Palm reader conducts reading at the market.

Palm reader conducts reading at the market.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the area around the Railroad Avenue market in Paterson.

View looking east with Paterson in the foreground and New York City on the horizon.

View looking east with Paterson in the foreground and New York City on...

Forms part of a group of images depicting views from and of Lambert Castle, Paterson, New Jersey.

Dominican American Contestants participate in dance routine.

Dominican American Contestants participate in dance routine.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual banquet and beauty pageant sponsored by "The Dominicans of New Jersey," held at "The Fiesta," Route 17, Woodridge, New Jersey.

Worker peels sweet potatoes; boxes of unpeeled sweet potatoes in the foreground.

Worker peels sweet potatoes; boxes of unpeeled sweet potatoes in the f...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Sweet Potato Pie, Inc., 140 Auburn Street, Paterson.

Joe Kachler measuring stock at his tool box; the tool box and all of the tools are the machinist's; many of Joe's tools are from his father who was also a machinist.

Joe Kachler measuring stock at his tool box; the tool box and all of t...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 6, 1994.

Woman uses computer to design fabric pattern.

Woman uses computer to design fabric pattern.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Kalkstein Silk Mills, Inc., 75 Wood Street, Paterson, New Jersey on the morning of August 15, 1994.

The procession begins and men carrying U.S. and Italian flags and Montescaglioso banner walk at the front, down Lewis Street.

The procession begins and men carrying U.S. and Italian flags and Mont...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

View of downtown Paterson from Garret Mountain.

View of downtown Paterson from Garret Mountain.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 15, documenting views of downtown Paterson as seen from Garret Mountain.

Watermelon seller (right) and customer. Paterson New Jersey

Watermelon seller (right) and customer. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting the area around the Railroad Avenue market in Paterson.

Engineer (white shirt) and machinist work on machine used for fiber-optics applications.

Engineer (white shirt) and machinist work on machine used for fiber-op...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Watson Machine International, 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey.

Workers wrapping cooked pies with plastic wrap.

Workers wrapping cooked pies with plastic wrap.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Sweet Potato Pie, Inc., 140 Auburn Street, Paterson.

Bunny Kuiken, granddaughter of Pietro Botto, in front of Botto House; she works at The American Labor Museum and lives around the corner.

Bunny Kuiken, granddaughter of Pietro Botto, in front of Botto House; ...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 16, documenting scenes at The American Labor Museum, Botto House National Landmark, 83 Norwood Avenue, Haledon, New Jersey.

Aurora and Milagros putting dress on dressmaker's model.

Aurora and Milagros putting dress on dressmaker's model.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Hot Grill co-owner Nick Doris (right) stands with friend Bill Betts (another hot Texas Wiener restaurateur) in front of The Hot Grill.

Hot Grill co-owner Nick Doris (right) stands with friend Bill Betts (a...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at The Hot Grill, a hot Texas wiener restaurant located at 669 Lexington Avenue, Clifton, New Jersey. They are holding a tray with three Hot Texas Wieners "all... More

Worker holds baking tray with twenty cooked pies.

Worker holds baking tray with twenty cooked pies.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Sweet Potato Pie, Inc., 140 Auburn Street, Paterson.

View of downtown Paterson from Garret Mountain.

View of downtown Paterson from Garret Mountain.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 15, documenting views of downtown Paterson as seen from Garret Mountain.

Workers at nurse's station, 1st floor.

Workers at nurse's station, 1st floor.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at St. Joseph's Hospital, 703 Main Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 14, 1994.

Bundlers at work.  The stacks of cut fabric are brought to the bundlers, who fold and tie them and place identification labels on the tied bundles.

Bundlers at work. The stacks of cut fabric are brought to the bundler...

Forms part of a group of images documenting shop and work activity at Garden State Cutting Company on Gray Street just off 21st Avenue.

Italian movie videos and compact discs of Italian music and musical performers (Luciano Pavarotti, the great operatic tenor, is pictured on one of the CD covers).

Italian movie videos and compact discs of Italian music and musical pe...

Forms part of a group of images documenting Sanremo Italian Imports, owned and operated by Ralph Venezia, an Italian American from Montescaglioso in the Basilicata region of Italy.

View of punched "cards" that control pattern of jacquard loom.

View of punched "cards" that control pattern of jacquard loom.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Kalkstein Silk Mills, Inc., 75 Wood Street, Paterson, New Jersey on the morning of August 15, 1994.

A view to the southwest.  Route 80 lies at the foot of the low hill, toward the rear of the frame.

A view to the southwest. Route 80 lies at the foot of the low hill, t...

Forms part of a group of images taken from the top of the new parking garage on Grand Street.

Woman standing in doorway of Madison Avenue Apparel Outlet, 297 21st Avenue; merchandise displayed in front of building.

Woman standing in doorway of Madison Avenue Apparel Outlet, 297 21st A...

Forms part of a group of images documenting businesses along 21st Avenue in Paterson.

Great Falls on the Passaic. Paterson New Jersey

Great Falls on the Passaic. Paterson New Jersey

Picryl description: Public domain image of a waterfall, water stream, cascade, nature site, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Sharon Whitehead, secretary, in her office at Watson.

Sharon Whitehead, secretary, in her office at Watson.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 15, 1994.

An inside view of one part of the storage area.

An inside view of one part of the storage area.

Forms part of a group of images documenting shop and work activity at Garden State Cutting Company on Gray Street just off 21st Avenue. Vince Landi, the owner of the company, reported that the shop is divided i... More

Bob Dale and Jim McComiskey (with unidentified person) checking switches and connections on the take up control panel.

Bob Dale and Jim McComiskey (with unidentified person) checking switch...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 6, 1994.

Outdoor sign advertising go-go dancers.

Outdoor sign advertising go-go dancers.

Picryl description: Public domain image of a gas station, convenience store, 20th-century small town, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Women wearing sashes walk in procession.

Women wearing sashes walk in procession.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

Barber Louis McDowell poses for photos in his barber shop.

Barber Louis McDowell poses for photos in his barber shop.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at McDowell's Barber Shop, 400 River Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 13, 1994.

Exterior of front of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail, 368 21st Avenue.

Exterior of front of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail, 368 21st Avenue.

Forms part of a group of images documenting businesses along 21st Avenue in Paterson.

Close-ups of individual quilt squares; each square represents a different department in the hospital and features artifacts, scenes etc. that are associated with the departments.

Close-ups of individual quilt squares; each square represents a differ...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at St. Joseph's Hospital, 703 Main Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 14, 1994.

Palm reader and client at Railroad Avenue market.

Palm reader and client at Railroad Avenue market.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the area around the Railroad Avenue market in Paterson.

Workers take morning coffee break near plant doorway.

Workers take morning coffee break near plant doorway.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Watson Machine International, 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey.

Dye house machine operator Martino Cardone tending silk in dyeing tanks.

Dye house machine operator Martino Cardone tending silk in dyeing tank...

Forms part of a group of images taken in the dye house adjacent to the main Joseph Teshon, Inc. building on September 12, 1994.

Workers cut garment pieces with electric cutters; they are wearing masks to prevent themselves from breathing in fabric particles.

Workers cut garment pieces with electric cutters; they are wearing mas...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at Garden State Cutting Company, a garment-cutting shop at 66 Gray Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 12, 1994.

Altar boy with cross and men with banners at the head of the procession.

Altar boy with cross and men with banners at the head of the processio...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

Proprietor Doug Owens poses beside the store's counter.

Proprietor Doug Owens poses beside the store's counter.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at L & B Food Center, near Rosa Parks Blvd., Paterson, New Jersey on September 13, 1994.

Ms. Benson preparing biscuits in her kitchen.

Ms. Benson preparing biscuits in her kitchen.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the E&A Soul Food Restaurant at the corner of Governor and Straight Streets.

View of downtown Paterson as seen from Garret Mountain.

View of downtown Paterson as seen from Garret Mountain.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 15, documenting views of downtown Paterson as seen from Garret Mountain.

Proprietor Doug Owens poses beside the store's counter.

Proprietor Doug Owens poses beside the store's counter.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at L & B Food Center, near Rosa Parks Blvd., Paterson, New Jersey on September 13, 1994.

Jaime Diaz works at "beaming" operation; his is a "twister"; he is making a sample so customers can see how various colors look.

Jaime Diaz works at "beaming" operation; his is a "twister"; he is mak...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Kalkstein Silk Mills, Inc., 75 Wood Street, Paterson, New Jersey on the morning of August 15, 1994.

Graffiti on wall near Ellison Street.

Graffiti on wall near Ellison Street.

Picryl description: Public domain image of a mural painting, architecture, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Flag bearers at head of procession.

Flag bearers at head of procession.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

Jimmy Cobianci, the color mixer, mixes dyes.

Jimmy Cobianci, the color mixer, mixes dyes.

Forms part of a group of images taken in the dye house adjacent to the main Joseph Teshon, Inc. building on September 12, 1994.

Mary Tomlin working at "tube winding" on first floor.

Mary Tomlin working at "tube winding" on first floor.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 16, documenting scenes at the Joseph Teshon, Inc., jacquard-weaving mill, 196-200 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Master of ceremonies on stage with contestants in evening gowns.

Master of ceremonies on stage with contestants in evening gowns.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual banquet and beauty pageant sponsored by "The Dominicans of New Jersey," held at "The Fiesta," Route 17, Woodridge, New Jersey.

Joe Miraglia working on a side of beef.

Joe Miraglia working on a side of beef.

Forms part of a group of images documenting John and Joe's Meat Market.

Bert Reales measuring the outside dimension of a pulley on his lathe.

Bert Reales measuring the outside dimension of a pulley on his lathe.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 10, 1994.

Dye house machine operator Martino Cardone putting dyed silk into a spinning machine used to remove water.

Dye house machine operator Martino Cardone putting dyed silk into a sp...

Forms part of a group of images taken in the dye house adjacent to the main Joseph Teshon, Inc. building on September 12, 1994.

Statue of San Rocco is carried up the steps of the church; a Massachusetts will be held inside.

Statue of San Rocco is carried up the steps of the church; a Massachus...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

Libby's restaurant sign. Paterson New Jersey

Libby's restaurant sign. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images depicting a sign for Libby's lunch, located at the corner of McBride and Wayne Avenues, Paterson, New Jersey.; the sign includes a large illustration of a hot Texas wiener.

Exterior of Botto House with large sign in foreground.

Exterior of Botto House with large sign in foreground.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 16, documenting scenes at The American Labor Museum, Botto House National Landmark, 83 Norwood Avenue, Haledon, New Jersey.

Quilt hanging from wall in lobby on ground floor, near main entrance; each quilt square represents a different department in the hospital.

Quilt hanging from wall in lobby on ground floor, near main entrance; ...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at St. Joseph's Hospital, 703 Main Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 14, 1994. The label on the quilt reads: "This album quilt was planned, designed and... More

Fieldworker Robert McCarl with machinist Jim Dowling.

Fieldworker Robert McCarl with machinist Jim Dowling.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Watson Machine International, 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey.

Organization officials and dignitaries stand on the stage.

Organization officials and dignitaries stand on the stage.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual banquet and beauty pageant sponsored by "The Dominicans of New Jersey," held at "The Fiesta," Route 17, Woodridge, New Jersey.

Outdoor scene painted on wheel cover on rear of small truck traveling along 21st Avenue.

Outdoor scene painted on wheel cover on rear of small truck traveling ...

Public domain photograph - New Jersey, United States, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Workers take morning coffee break near plant doorway.

Workers take morning coffee break near plant doorway.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Watson Machine International, 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey.

Exterior, front, of Café Taormina, with signs for Giannella's Bakery and Manny's Auto Parts painted on wall.

Exterior, front, of Café Taormina, with signs for Giannella's Bakery a...

Forms part of a group of images documenting businesses along 21st Avenue in Paterson.

Barber Louis McDowell poses for photos in his barber shop.

Barber Louis McDowell poses for photos in his barber shop.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at McDowell's Barber Shop, 400 River Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 13, 1994.

Fieldworker David Taylor interviews Anne Murphy about photo of Newberger's Towel Factory and other subjects; tape recorder and microphone are between them.

Fieldworker David Taylor interviews Anne Murphy about photo of Newberg...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on September 11, documenting retired towel factory worker Anne Murphy and her daughter Claire at their home in Totowa, New Jersey.

Exterior view of Nicholas Diner, 88 East Railroad Avenue.

Exterior view of Nicholas Diner, 88 East Railroad Avenue.

Public domain photograph of a motel, camp, tourism, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Joe Miraglia working on a side of beef.

Joe Miraglia working on a side of beef.

Forms part of a group of images documenting John and Joe's Meat Market.

Statue is carried up the steps to the front door of the church.

Statue is carried up the steps to the front door of the church.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

Howard Jones with his hands in a worm bed.

Howard Jones with his hands in a worm bed.

Forms part of a group of images documenting Howard Jones, a local worm farmer and odd jobs worker.

Restaurant worker Gladys Prior arranges menu board.

Restaurant worker Gladys Prior arranges menu board.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at E & A Soul Food Restaurant, 82 Straight Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 15, 1994. Menu items include: ham hocks, fried fish, chitterlings, turkey wi... More

Exterior, front, of Café Taormina, with signs for Giannella's Bakery and Manny's Auto Parts painted on wall.

Exterior, front, of Café Taormina, with signs for Giannella's Bakery a...

Forms part of a group of images documenting businesses along 21st Avenue in Paterson.

View of the stock and of garments in various phases of production.

View of the stock and of garments in various phases of production.

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue. Elsa told me that her plans are to expand the business, principally to separate the wedding dress business from ... More

Omar Abukharma works on machine. Paterson New Jersey

Omar Abukharma works on machine. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Watson Machine International, 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey.

An employee and Sonia work separately on decorative items for a wedding and a party respectively.

An employee and Sonia work separately on decorative items for a weddin...

Forms part of a group of images documenting Grini's Fashions & Bakery. Each held up her work for the other to comment on, and at times came together to work together on a piece during my brief visit to the shop... More

Master warper Al Zarky at work; there are 10,440 "ends" (threads) on the warp he is making; the warp winder he is using was made in Paterson by the Sipp Machine Co.; the winder Timothy is using was made in Paterson by the Benjamin Eastwood Co.

Master warper Al Zarky at work; there are 10,440 "ends" (threads) on t...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 16, documenting scenes at the Joseph Teshon, Inc., textile plant, 196-200 21st Avenue, Paterson.

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